Way back in the twenties and early thirties, the old road from Cape Town to
Port Elizabeth cut through this property.
The farm became a popular outspan
for Woodcutters hauling their loads to the small harbour at Storms River Mouth
for export and further transportation. In 1936 the Andersons bought the
property for business development. They started a post office, bank agency,
grocery store, cafe and later a service station. Their Roadhouse featured
eight rooms, a bath and a "long drop"! This popular stopover became known as
Pine View Motel. Years later the business belonged to a Mr. Payne, but at the
time of his death the property had gone into serious decline.
Then, early in
1981, five young entrepreneurs bought Pine View, but by the end of the first
year only Vossie Vorster remained. Since all the booking records also went up
in flames, Vossie had no choice but to rebuild the Lodge before the Christmas
holidays! The Lodge re-opened on the first of December, fully rebuilt, with an
additional 5 luxury cabins. Soon after, this achievement by the Lodge Team was
rewarded with their second AA Annual Award for Best Leisure Hotel in South
Africa.
Today the welcoming Tsitsikamma Lodge, in keeping with its past, still
provides the traveller with a unique holiday or over-night experience. Away
from the mainstream rush, Tsitsikamma Lodge offers a unique conference
facility in a peaceful setting. This venue is ideal for meetings and small
conferences. Stormsriver Adventures, within close proximity, gives you chance
to experience the Tsitsikamma first hand, while doubling as a team building or
leadership session.
Seating:
- Up to 40 delegates: Classroom, cinema or u-shaped
Equipment:
- T.V. monitor and video machine
- Flip charts
- White boards
- Overhead projector
Catering:
- Full English breakfast
- Home cooked lunch and dinner
- Morning and afternoon tea/coffee with snacks
The conference room is serviced with drinks and mints after each session.
Breakaway venues available. Should you require any further information or to
book your tailor-made conference package, please contact Irma/Angie. The word 'Tsitsikamma'
stems from the ancient San people word meaning: Place of many waters. This
lush area boasts spectacular unspoilt beauty for you to enjoy on land, sea and
air.
At the Lodge - Exclusive to the guests
- Laze around our swimming pool
- Enjoy the bird life in our beautiful garden
- Relax in our lounge/games room
- Take an invigorating walk on one of our trails or hike our Famous
Striptease River Trail.
